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Media Monitor: Lawmakers Deadlocked on Trump Intelligence Pick; House Votes Against Wiretapping Extension
The Washington Post reports lawmakers are deadlocked on President Donald J Trump's intelligence chief nominee. It also notes the House voted against extending a controversial wiretapping law set to expire Friday.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressLegal Donald J TrumpIntelligenceLawmakersHouse of RepresentativesWiretapping lawPoliticsGovernmentThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: House Fails to Renew Key Surveillance Law
USA TODAY reports the House of Representatives did not renew FISA Section 702, a surveillance law critical for U.S. spy agencies to collect foreign communications and impacting the President's daily security briefing.
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House Resolution Condemns Government Fraud, Urges Payment Reforms
The House of Representatives introduced H.Res.1335, condemning government fraud and advocating for reforms. The resolution emphasizes preventing improper payments and verifying Federal program eligibility to improve U.S. financial prosperity.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyLegal United States GovernmentHouse of RepresentativesFraud preventionImproper paymentsFinancial prosperityFederal programsH.Res.1335U.S. Library of Congress
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House to Address Government Fraud and FISA Extension
The House of Representatives will convene to consider H. Res. 1335, condemning government fraud and advocating for prevention reforms. Also on the agenda is H.R. 9238, which seeks to extend key authorities under the FISA Amendments Act of 2008.
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House to Consider Fraud Prevention and FISA Extension Legislation
The House of Representatives will meet Thursday to consider H. Res. 1335, condemning government fraud and advocating for prevention reforms, and H.R. 9238, which aims to extend key Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act authorities.
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House to Consider Key Anti-Fraud Legislation
The House will meet on June 10 to consider key legislation, including the "No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026," "Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act," and "Fraud Prevention and Accountability Act," addressing various issues.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentCongressEducationLegal House of RepresentativesLegislationFraud PreventionAccountabilityH.R. 7892H.R. 8464H.R. 8312
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Media Monitor: House Passes Funding for Immigration Agencies
The Washington Post is reporting that the House of Representatives has passed legislation to fund immigration agencies, including ICE, after weeks of delays. The bill now awaits President Donald Trump's signature.
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Media Monitor: House Passes $70 Billion Immigration Enforcement Bill
NPR is reporting that the House passed a bill allocating approximately $70 billion for immigration enforcement, including funding for ICE and Border Patrol, through President Trump's term, drawing Democratic warnings about oversight.
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Media Monitor: House passes bill to fund immigration enforcement through Trump's term
NPR is reporting the House passed a bill allocating approximately $70 billion for immigration enforcement, supporting President Trump's agenda, while Democrats express concerns about congressional oversight.
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Media Monitor: House passes $70 billion funding for ICE, Border Patrol
USA TODAY is reporting that the House of Representatives has approved a bill allocating approximately $70 billion to ICE and Border Patrol over several years, sending it to President Trump's desk.
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House to Consider Key Bills on Government Fraud and Payment Integrity
The U.S. House will review legislation including H.R. 8312, H.R. 8464, H. Res. 1335, and S. 2, focusing on fraud prevention, payment integrity, and establishing a governmentwide Inspector General for Fraud.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyLegal House of RepresentativesFraud PreventionGovernment AccountabilityDepartment of TreasuryPayment IntegrityLegislationUnited States GovernmentU.S. Library of Congress
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House to Address Fraud Prevention, Labor Contracts, and Student Aid Legislation
The House of Representatives is set to convene on Tuesday, June 9, to consider key legislation including measures on fraud prevention, government payments, labor contracts, and student aid, with votes expected from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentCongressGeneral PoliticsEmployment and LaborLegalEducation House of RepresentativesLegislationFraud PreventionLabor ContractsStudent AidSecure America ActGovernment Payments
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U.S. House to Tackle Fraud Prevention and Foreign Policy on June 8
The U.S. House of Representatives will address government fraud prevention, financial accountability, and key foreign policy initiatives on Monday, June 8, considering numerous bills under suspension of the rules.
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House to Prioritize Fraud Prevention and Foreign Affairs Legislation This Week
The House of Representatives will tackle a packed agenda this week, focusing on bills to prevent government fraud, enhance accountability, and address critical foreign affairs issues, including Iran, US-Japan-ROK cooperation, and illegal fishing.
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House to Prioritize Fraud Prevention and Foreign Affairs in Upcoming Legislative Week
The House of Representatives will focus on combating government fraud and improper payments this week, alongside advancing key foreign affairs legislation. Majority Leader Steve Scalise outlined a busy agenda for June 8, including bills on financial integrity and international security.
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Media Monitor: Senate Approves $70 Billion for ICE, Border Patrol
USA TODAY reports the U.S. Senate has backed a $70 billion funding measure for ICE and Border Patrol, which will now move to the House for final approval.
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Media Monitor: House Passes Bill Cutting WIC Funding
The Washington Post reports the House passed legislation to cut $141 million from WIC fruit and vegetable benefits, impacting 5.4 million individuals. The Senate has not yet considered the bill.
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House to Consider Ukraine Support, Lebanon War Powers Resolution on Thursday
The U.S. House convenes Thursday, June 4, to consider key legislation including the Ukraine Support Act, a resolution on U.S. forces in Lebanon under the War Powers Resolution, and the 2027 Appropriations Act.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressMilitaryEconomy House of RepresentativesLegislationUkraine Support ActWar Powers ResolutionLebanonAppropriations
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House to Convene for Legislative Business, Key Votes on Ukraine and Lebanon Expected
The House of Representatives will meet Thursday, June 4, for legislative business, with votes expected on resolutions concerning Ukraine support, the removal of US forces from Lebanon, and appropriations. Several key bills are on the agenda.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldCongressEconomyMilitaryEuropeMiddle EastAgriculture House of RepresentativesLegislationUkraineLebanonAppropriationsWar Powers ResolutionJune 4
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Media Monitor: House Votes to End War in Iran, Rebuffing Trump
USA TODAY reports the House of Representatives voted to end the war in Iran, marking a first-time move and a rebuff to President Donald J Trump, with bipartisan support from Democrats and four Republicans.
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Media Monitor: House Votes to Block Trump on Iran Strikes
The Washington Post reports the House voted to block President Donald J Trump from ordering further strikes on Iran, reflecting growing congressional impatience with an unauthorized conflict.
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House to Vote on Appropriations, Foreign Policy, and Social Reforms
The U.S. House convenes Wednesday to vote on appropriations, child care scams, and foreign policy resolutions concerning Iran, Ukraine, and Lebanon, with first votes expected at 1:30 p.m.
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House to Consider Key Legislation on Iran, Veterans, and Smithsonian Museum
The House will meet Thursday to consider legislation including a resolution on U.S. forces in Iran, the Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act, and the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act, with votes expected by 4:30 p.m.
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House to Consider Iran War Powers, Veterans' Rights, and Smithsonian Museum Bills
The House will meet Thursday, May 21, to consider legislation including H. Con. Res. 86 on U.S. forces in Iran, the Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act, and the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressMilitaryLegalSocial Issues House of RepresentativesLegislationIranVeteransSmithsonianWar Powers ResolutionUS Armed Forces
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House to Address Veterans' Rights, Iran Policy, and Financial Legislation on May 20
The House convenes May 20 for legislative business, considering bills on veterans' rights, Iran hostilities, education, and financial services. Votes are expected from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyEducationMiddle EastGeneral Politics House of RepresentativesLegislative BusinessVeterans AffairsForeign PolicyFinancial ServicesSmithsonianMay 20
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House to Consider Key Legislation on Veterans, Iran, Education, and More
The U.S. House of Representatives will convene to consider diverse legislation, including bills on veterans' rights, the Smithsonian, Iran policy, education, and financial services. Several measures, including those related to veterans' facilities and banking, have been postponed.
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Congress.gov Updates on Key House and Senate Bills
Congress.gov provides updates on significant House and Senate bills, including legislation on local banking, a 9/11 commemorative coin, Fisher House availability, and Veterans Affairs medical facility authorization.
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House Considers Marshall House, North Dakota Land Bills
The House is reviewing H.R.1352 to designate the General George C. Marshall House as a National Park System affiliate and H.R.2252, the North Dakota Trust Lands Completion Act, with both bills noted for May 19, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentCongressState GovernmentsLegal General George C. Marshall HouseNational Park SystemVirginiaNorth Dakota Trust Lands Completion ActNorth DakotaHouse of RepresentativesLegislationU.S. Library of Congress
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House to Consider Capitol Police Retirement Age, Veterans' Bills, and Financial Legislation
The House of Representatives will meet to consider a range of legislation, including a bill to increase the Capitol Police retirement age, several Veterans' Affairs measures, and financial services acts, with recorded votes postponed.
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House of Representatives Outlines Busy Legislative Week
The House of Representatives will address a diverse legislative agenda this week, including bills on veterans' benefits, financial services, and Capitol Police retirement age, with sessions scheduled from Tuesday through Friday.
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